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#2663 of 2671 Re: runflats vs reg. tires [bodble2] by joem5 Mar 30, 2009 (4:43 pm)
Replying to: bodble2 (Mar 30, 2009 3:43 pm) Well, I run performance tires and all seasons rather than run flats and I haven't had a flat tie since I don't no when. Also, When I spend 31 K for a car it goes out of town with me especially in the summer.So in the winter I store it with a custom CA cover.Thanksgiving untill April.' However I'd like to see how the S will do going up and down the Continental Divide. It's a hairy ride especially for the passenger. Happy Motoring.
#2664 of 2671 Re: runflats vs reg. tires [andys120] by bodble2 Mar 30, 2009 (5:42 pm)
Replying to: andys120 (Mar 30, 2009 3:57 pm) Yes, I figure either the head of the nail has broken off, or it was a very short nail that didn't penetrate completely and had fallen off. But good advice nonetheless. Thanks!
#2665 of 2671 Mini S/ Runflats by wazjane Mar 30, 2009 (5:59 pm)
My mini S is my ONLY vehicle. my older bro had an original mini & loved it. I was residing in S. CA. when I decided to purchase a mini. In california, I was put on a waiting list & would have to take whatever was avail. So, I asked my nephew in ohio to check it out. I was not only able to purchase my mini sticker ( all CA dealers wanted $6000. or > over sticker !! ), but was able to order it, tracked its progress, incl. when prod. was completed & it was put on the ship to the US ! So, I have bonded & drive it everywhere, incl. two coast to coast trips. The tires I have are the original ( 2 were replaced in ' 05 w/ much diff. the rt. front would not hold air & had to AGAIN be replaced ). The dealer had my car over a week total for replacement of 2 tires ! I paid over $ 275.00 / per tire for run flats. My mini ( 2003 ) has . 50, 000 mi. My inquirey is simple : Can I replace these runflats w/ reg. tires w/ the original wheels ??? I refuse to pay the high prices for runflat replacements. Thx bodble2 & joem5 for your input ! Replies to this message: wilemakeit (Mar 31, 2009 3:06 am) bodble2 (Mar 31, 2009 7:29 am)
#2666 of 2671 Re: Mini S/ Runflats [wazjane] by wilemakeit Mar 31, 2009 (3:06 am)
Replying to: wazjane (Mar 30, 2009 5:59 pm) Yes you can run many differant tires on your stock rims. I can't wait to wear out my run flat on my 06 S. I have several freinds who have done this and the ride of the car is so much better. I can hit a bump and not worry about loosing a filling! Replies to this message: bodble2 (Mar 31, 2009 7:29 am)
#2667 of 2671 Re: Mini S/ Runflats [wilemakeit] by bodble2 Mar 31, 2009 (7:29 am)
Replying to: wilemakeit (Mar 31, 2009 3:06 am) Nevermind a filing, hitting a bump with a full bladder in a Mini can lead to embarassing consequences!
#2668 of 2671 RSVP : andys120 & wilemakeit by wazjane Mar 31, 2009 (11:28 am)
Thanks for your replies/ info. I love my mini s, just don't like the dealer fees after included maintenace has expired ! As long as I don't need to replace my original wheels for my 2003 mini s, I will go w/ reg. tires. Anyone up for a roadtrip ?????????????????? My mini has >50,000 mi. & is still going strong ! An aside : I am a RN, who was working in southern california when I purchased my mini. I assisted in the treatment of a stuntman who injured his spine during a stunt for the most recent movie featuring minis ! Just an FYI ! I am a dedicated mini fan !! Replies to this message: wilemakeit (Mar 31, 2009 11:56 am) bodble2 (Mar 31, 2009 1:03 pm)
#2669 of 2671 Re: RSVP : andys120 & wilemakeit [wazjane] by wilemakeit Mar 31, 2009 (11:56 am)
Replying to: wazjane (Mar 31, 2009 11:28 am) Keep in mind you can find small air compressors to help you home if you have a flat. PS: my Freinds 03 Mini S has 128k miles on and still is going strong!!! No problem yet!!!
#2670 of 2671 Re: RSVP : andys120 & wilemakeit [wazjane] by bodble2 Mar 31, 2009 (1:03 pm)
Replying to: wazjane (Mar 31, 2009 11:28 am) Was he doing stunts for the movie "The Italian Job"?